Advanced Bioeconomy Leadership Conference (ABLC)

The Advanced Bioeconomy Leadership Conference (ABLC) will be held at the Hotel Nikko San Francisco, bringing together key leaders and stakeholders from the bioeconomy sector. This conference serves as a platform for discussions on the latest advancements and trends in the industry. Registration will commence at 12:00 PM, providing attendees with the opportunity to network and engage in meaningful conversations from the outset.The event features a series of special sessions and presentations led by prominent figures in the bioeconomy. Jim Lane, the Editor & Publisher of The Daily Digest, will facilitate several discussions, including the SUNRISE Club Opening Session and the State of the Industry presentation. Attendees will hear from industry leaders such as Wendy Owens, CEO of Hexas Biomass; Bill Orts, Research Leader at USDA ARS; and David Lanning, Vice President of Forest Concepts. Other notable speakers include John Plaza, CEO of SkyNRG Americas, and Henna Poikolainen, Director of Renewable Fuels & Chemicals at AFRY. The conference will provide a comprehensive overview of the Bioeconomy Policy & Programs Forum, featuring insights from Lindsay Fitzgerald, Chief Advocacy and Communications Officer at Gevo, and William Hohenstein, Director at the USDA Office of Energy and Environmental Policy, among others.Additionally, the Cascadia Sustainable Aviation Accelerator Summit will spotlight discussions led by figures such as Jake Gentry from Earth Finance and Washington State Senator Marko Liias. The Economic & Commercial Transformation Summit will feature speakers like David Dodds, President of Dodds & Associates, and Prabhu Soundarrajan from Kingston Capital, emphasizing the commercial aspects of bioeconomy innovations.The conference aims to foster collaboration and innovation, showcasing exhibitors and speakers who are at the forefront of the bioeconomy sector. With an impressive lineup of experts and a focus on networking, the ABLC represents a critical gathering for those involved in the renewable fuels and chemicals industry.